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Meaning of advantage
A favorable or beneficial condition or circumstance.
Etymology of advantage
The word "advantage" originates from the Old French word "avantage," which is derived from the verb "avancer," meaning "to move forward" or "to advance."
Historically, the term has been used to describe a position of superiority or a beneficial condition, and its usage dates back to the 15th century.
Synonyms
benefit
privilege
gain
profit
upper hand
edge
asset
boon
bonus
perk
plus
advantageously
positively
favorably
helpfully
usefully
beneficially
profitably
gainfully
rewardingly
fruitfully
productively
successfully
effectively
efficiently
lucratively
valuably
advantageously
preferably
exclusively
specially
specially
extraordinarily
Definitions
- A condition or circumstance that puts someone in a favorable or superior position
- * A benefit or profit gained from a particular situation
Usage Examples
- The company's location near the port gives it a significant advantage in terms of transportation costs.
- * She has an advantage over her competitors due to her extensive experience in the field.
Antonyms
disadvantage
hindrance
obstacle
barrier
drawback
setback
handicap
liability
detriment
loss
penalty
punishment
drawback
con
negative
downside
weakness
flaw
fault
deficiency
inadequacy
shortcoming
limitation